Healthcare

Medical care in the Netherlands is of a high standard but non-interventionist in nature.

It is mandatory for everyone living in The Netherlands to purchase a basic level of insurance (basisverzekering) and your own health insurance providor (zorgverzekeraar).

Health insurance (zorgverzekering) must come from a Dutch insurer within four months of arrival, or once you have registered with the IND (family members of EU/EEA/Swiss nationals) or obtained your residence permit (non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals).

Certain students, employees and work arrangements can be exempt from this requirement, but you should check carefully whether your situation qualifies.

Children under 18 are included in their parents’ insurance at no additional cost, unless the child begins working.

A Dutch insurance company cannot refuse to cover you for the basic package, regardless of your age or state of health.

The standard basic coverage is set by the government, although providers can vary in cost and how they deliver these requirements. If your income is under a fixed minimum level, you can apply for a healthcare allowance (zorgtoeslag) from the tax authorities (belastingdienst).

With UnitedConsumers, you will receive up to 10% discount on the mandatory Health Insurance from VGZ. If you have any questions about the health insurance, please contact UnitedConsumers at zorg@unitedconsumers.com or call +31(0)40 – 235 05 60. One of their advisors will answer your phone call immediately.